RBA Watch: The Reserve Bank is bracing for rising defaults in Australia’s ballooning private credit market, with internal documents warning that property-heavy loan books at fund managers could amplify any shock. Telecom Fallout: Telstra’s major outage has triggered fresh scrutiny after it disrupted emergency services and trains, reigniting debate over network resilience and accountability. Higher Ed Standards: Universities will face tougher federal rules on antisemitism and racism, including clearer definitions, complaint processes, and more transparency on executive pay and consultant spending. Superannuation & Wealth: ATO and broader guidance continues to focus on retirement planning and tax timing, as advisers push clients to structure super and pensions properly ahead of retirement. Markets & Resources: Iron ore traders are watching a looming Port Hedland strike deadline tied to BHP operations, with supply disruption risk feeding price volatility. Energy & Geopolitics: Australia and India signed an agreement enabling uranium exports for peaceful use under IAEA safeguards, strengthening the Indo-Pacific clean energy and strategic partnership. Cyber & Fraud Risk: A Perth grandfather has lost up to $300,000 to a romance scam, highlighting how scammers exploit trust and secrecy. Digital Infrastructure: Australia’s data-centre buildout is drawing community pushback over power, water and emissions impacts as the AI race accelerates.